Religious Places in Puri

About 2 hours from Bhubaneshwar, Puri is a coastal temple town along the Bay of Bengal in Odisha. It lies close to tourist hotspots like Konark Temple and Dhabaleswar Temple.

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Things To See & Do

Shree Jagannath Temple

Shree Jagannath Temple

A Char Dham Site
Believed to be the divine abode of Lord Vishnu, Lord Balaram and Goddess Subhadra, this legendary 12th century edifice is the primary tourist attraction in Puri.

3-4 hours

Suggested Time

Sakshigopal Temple

Sakshigopal Temple

A medieval temple dedicated to Lord Gopinath
Located about 2 hours from Puri, Sakshigopal Temple is dedicated to Lord Gopinath. The temple features Kalinga-style architecture.

1 hour

Suggested Time

Gundicha Mandir

Gundicha Mandir

The Divine Retreat of Lord Jagannath during Ratha Yatra
The temporary abode of Lord Jagannath for the seven auspicious days of Ratha Yatra, Gundicha Mandir is also known as the Garden House of Lord Jagannath.

1-2 hours

Suggested Time

Best Time To Visit Puri

All year round destination

  • OCT-FEB

    Peak Season

  • JUN-SEP

    Moderate Season

  • MAR-MAY

    Off-season

  • What To Expect:Pleasant weather with clear skies.
  • Things You'll Love:Temple hopping, exploring the beaches and visiting the tourist hotspots.

FESTIVALS AND EVENTS

Ratha YatraJune July

Durga PujaSeptember October

Puri Beach CarnivalDecember

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More about Religious Places in Puri

Known for its Pilgrimage, Puri is a hugely popular tourist spot. Thronged by tourists mainly during October, November, December, January and February, Puri is a tourists’ delight. Ratha Yatra, Durga Puja, and Puri Beach Carnival are some of the most popular festivals that happen during the month of (June – July, September – October, and December consecutively.

While June, July, August and September are considered moderate season, March, April and May are considered off-seasons to visit the place. In peak season, i.e., in October, November, December, January and February you can expect pleasant weather with clear skies, whilst in the moderate season you will experience heavy rainfalls along with thunderstorms. In off-season the weather here is extremely hot and humid weather.

In Puri, tourists enjoy getting indulged in temple hopping, exploring the beaches and visiting the tourist hotspots in the peak season, whereas in moderate season the Rath Yatra festival are the frequently enjoyed activities. However, if you are travelling in off-season you can enjoy escaping the crowds and heavy off-season discounts.

In terms of things to do or places to visit in Puri, some of the most popular places that tourists visit are Shree Jagannath Temple, Sakshigopal Temple, Swargadwar Market.

FAQs - Frequently Asked Questions about Puri

What is the best time to visit Puri?

Ideally the best time to visit any place is considered when the weather conditions are delightful. For Puri, you can choose to go in October, November, December, January and February which is the peak season and June, July, August and September which is the moderate season. Both will serve you well to unwind from your tedious routine.

What are the best places to visit in Puri?

The most loved attractions in Puri are Shree Jagannath Temple, Sakshigopal Temple and Swargadwar Market.

How is the weather of Puri in peak season?

The weather of Puri in peak season is pleasant weather with clear skies. It means you can easily plan a trip to Puri in the months of ​​​​​​​​October, November, December, January and February to enjoy your trip to the fullest.